She Pu Tao Gen

Name

She Pu Tao Gen (Root of Amur Ampelopsis)

1. 蛇葡萄根
2. 山葡萄根
3. Root of Amur Ampelopsis
4. Radix Ampelopsis Brevipeduculatae

The Effect of She Pu Tao Gen

Property

Sweet, neutral; lung, liver and large intestine meridians entered.

Actions

Clear heat and remove toxicity, expel wind and eliminate dampness, disperse stasis and nodule.

Indications

Pulmonary abscess, traumatic injury, scalds, scrofula, rheumatic arthritis, sores and boils, acute appendicitis.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 15~30 g, or double the dosage with the fresh. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying.